BSBA

Accounting

Learn more about studying Accounting as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    21,180USD
  • Start date
    Aug

Program overview

What Jacksonville State University says about their program:

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Accounting is perfect for students interested in analyzing and interpreting financial data, serving as a trusted business advisor, and ensuring compliance with established standards. This degree is well-suited for students with an interest in financial planning and reporting, tax law, auditing, forensics, managing costs, competitive analyses, information technology, and decision making.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate Academic Requirements

  • Minimum high school GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 US grading scale.

Postgraduate Academic Requirements

  • Previous undergraduate or postgraduate degree.

English Proficiency

Undergraduate

  • Duolingo

    85

  • IELTS

    5.5

  • PTE Academic

    45

  • TOEFL iBT

    61

Postgraduate

  • Duolingo

    100

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • PTE Academic

    56

  • TOEFL iBT

    79

English proficiency waivers

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in the U.S.
  • Transferring at least 24 academic credit hours from accredited U.S. Institutions

Documents required

  • Academic transcripts
  • Application form
  • Bank statements
  • CV
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • English test scores or waivers
  • Letter of purpose or reference
  • Motivation letter / Statement of purpose
  • Official Undergraduate Transcripts
  • Passport identification page
  • Proof of language proficiency
  • Reference letters
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    $21,180 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    From $10,000 per year

Funding

International Merit Scholarship

  • Degree level

    Undergraduate

  • Value

    $5,000 per year for 4 years

  • Availability

    Automatically awarded to admitted first-time freshmen

  • Requirements

  • Must be an international student from an eligible country
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What is the cost of living near Jacksonville State University?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Jacksonville State University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the USA, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements